terpene

Definition of TERPENE

: any of various isomeric hydrocarbons C10H16 found present in essential oils (as from conifers) and used especially as solvents and in organic synthesis; broadly: any of numerous hydrocarbons (C5H8)n found especially in essential oils, resins, and balsams

Origin of TERPENE

terpene

nounter·pene \ˈtər-ˌpēn\

Medical Definition of TERPENE

: any of various isomeric hydrocarbons C10H16 found present in essential oils (as from conifers) and used especially as solvents and in organic synthesis; broadly: any of numerous hydrocarbons (C5H8)n found especially in essential oils, resins, and balsams